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MA H3208
Relative to providing appropriate medical care for persons in mental health facilities
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
02/05/2018
02/05/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to medical care for persons in mental health facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve the medical care provided to individuals in mental health facilities. It requires a comprehensive physical examination by a licensed physician upon admission to a mental health facility, as well as ongoing physical examinations to identify any individuals who require intermediate nursing services, skilled nursing services, chronic disease hospital services, or rehabilitation hospital services. The bill also mandates that the Department of Mental Health provide an individual service plan within 30 days of identifying such needs, which will address the person's physical health care needs in addition to their mental health needs, with the goal of providing services in the most appropriate setting.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4528 (on 05/24/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3208 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3208.pdf |
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